2008 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana recall: automatic transmission

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on July 11, 2008. It covers about 6,390 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 6,390
reported: Jul 11, 2008
owners notified: Jul 30, 2008
related complaints: 3

Power train: automatic transmission

What is wrong: Gm is recalling 2,481 my 2008 chevrolet express and gmc savana g-cutaway fleet van equipped with a 6.0l (rpo ly6) v8 engine, 4l80e (rpo mt1) transmission, 4.10 (rpo gt5) axle and 75 MPH governor (rpo 9d7). These vehicles have a condition in which the transmission may be damaged due to first gear engagement at highway speeds and then does not transmit power with d4 or r selected. This may be preceded by engine shutdown if the vehicle exceeds 81 miles per hour in certain conditions.
Risk: The vehicle may be stranded on or near a highway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the transmission and engine control modules free of charge. The recall began on or about july 30, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Recall number 08V313000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Express 2008 2008
GMC Savana 2008 2008

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about transmission problems.

2008 Chevrolet Express 2008 GMC Savana

Questions about recall 08V313000

Is there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana automatic transmission?

Yes. Recall 08V313000, reported on July 11, 2008, covers about 6,390 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V313000?

Dealers will reprogram the transmission and engine control modules free of charge. The recall began on or about july 30, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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